It’s now time for Medicare for all
Democrats are wise to seize the moment. The time has come for Medicare for all.
Democracy in crisis: Cold War(s) in the cyber age
The Cyber Age has raised the potential for destabilizing democracies through dissemination of fake news and disinformation to new levels.
America, a nation drifting aimlessly, a government with no real vision for the future
If none of this happens, then America will be a nation that continues to drift aimlessly, having no vision of the country’s future directions, and continuing down a path leading to nowhere.
Is Trump’s America our America?
Here we are in Trumplandia, with a delusional leader of a plutocratic party trying to redefine reality with “alternative facts,” fake news, and a blitzkrieg of Orwellian “Newspeak.”
We must know the truth
This is the worst scandal involving the White House and a foreign power since Iran-Contra. Demand the facts.
Making madness normal in wartime
All the talk about “heroism” and “duty” greased the wheels for slaughter.
Close the audit gap
Millionaires who skip their taxes should get audited, not the working poor. Closing that gap isn’t just fair — it’s essential to protect our democracy.
Why can’t the two sides just talk to each other?
Is there just no one to talk to on the other side.
Top 10 Ways to Prove You Love the Earth on Earth Day
While environmentalism meant something different in 1970 than it does now, Juan Cole discusses the 10 ways you can prove you love the earth as we raise awareness about climate change on Earth Day.
Earth dinner
Most of us don't realize that our dinner tells many stories, embodying our personal histories, family memories, music, art, and other connections... besides our tummies.